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      • Joanne Mehl Paintings
      • Lavender’s Green Historic Clothing
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The Architectural Heritage Center Helps People Discover Their “Inner Preservationist”

In Architecture, Design, Portland, Vintage, Vintage Hardware, Vintage Houses, Vintage Kitchen

If you think historic preservation is the archaic, lofty pursuit of the stately elite, the folks at the Architectural Heritage Center (AHC) beg to differ. They’ll convince you that historic …

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VIDEO: Tice Industries Tour and History

In CAD CAM Design, Design, Featured PAG Members, Hardware, History, Old School, PAG Events, Portland, Videos, Vintage Hardware

Very special thanks to Scott Tice of TICE Industries (one of our newest members) for opening his workshop to us for a private tour. PAG members and guests in attendance all agreed …

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Old Portland Hardware & Architectural

In Architecture, History, Old School, Portland, Remodeling, Vintage, Vintage Hardware

Recently, we paid a visit to long-time friends Old Portland Hardware & Architectural to ask owner Bret Hodgert a few questions, explore the showroom,  and found many one-of-a-kind architectural gems …

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How to Keep Your Old House…Old

In Architecture, Design, Guest Post, History, Old School, Restoration, Vintage Hardware, Vintage Houses

Chances are that if you are reading this article you either own or have a strong interest in old houses. What is it about old houses that fascinate us so much? …

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Five Tips to Successful Salvage Shopping

In Guest Post, Old School, Portland, Vintage Appliances, Vintage Hardware

Whether restoring an older home, or adding old world character to a newer home, using architectural salvage is both “green” and beautiful. Finding and using salvage treasures can both be …

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PAG Founder’s Curry House Featured in The Oregonian

In Architecture, Hardware, History, Kitchen, Oregon, Real Estate, Remodeling, Restoration, Vintage Appliances, Vintage Hardware, Vintage Houses, Vintage Kitchen

We are so pleased with this recent write-up from The Oregonian and Oregon Live all about the beautiful Curry House – owned, lovingly restored, and lived in by Preservation Artisans …

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Shedding Light on Period Fixtures

In Architecture, Design, History, Lighting, Old School, Remodeling, Vintage Hardware

If you appreciate the look and character of older houses or vintage furnishings, one effective way to enhance the charm and integrity of your home — whether building new, remodeling, …

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The Dishwasher In a Vintage Kitchen, Who Knew?!

In Hardware, History, Kitchen, Old School, Vintage Hardware, Vintage Houses, Vintage Kitchen

The dishwasher, we take it pretty much for granted. When looking at a home, the dishwasher is a convenience that we have come to expect. We use it to store …

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Old House Hardware: Stylistic Consistency is the Key to Success

In Architecture, Art Deco, Hardware, History, Mid-Century, Old School, Vintage Hardware1 Comment

With vintage houses and buildings, the hardware and lighting are architectural “jewelry.” In any renovation or restoration, attention to detail is crucial to a successful outcome. And among the many …

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